Mechanical Engineer

Motorola Solutions•Plantation, FL

About The Position

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Department Overview As a world leader in wireless, broadband and internet technologies, Motorola Solutions is making products smarter – and life better – by unleashing the creativity of thousands of professionals from every corner of the globe. The mechanical engineering group is responsible for designing and manufacturing support of rugged handheld and mobile communication devices. Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations As a mechanical engineer, you will be involved in the design and development activities of highly sophisticated communications devices for professional and mission-critical markets in the commercial, government and industrial segments.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Ability to use the latest CAD tools such as PTC Creo 3D modeling and surfacing software, or equivalent, to design components and assemblies.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Familiarity with FEA computer simulation tools is highly desired.
Strong communication skills. Ability to communicate and present conceptual ideas to technical audiences.
Familiarity with material properties and design guidelines of mechanical commodities such as plastics, die castings and sheet metal stamping.
BS/MS degree in Mechanical Engineering.
Candidates must have graduated/or be graduating from an accredited university within 12 months of their expression of interest.
GPA 3.0 or above

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with six sigma methodology or green belt/black belt certification will be added advantage.
Preference would be given to candidates with knowledge and experience of manufacturing and assembly processes involving injection molding, die casting, sheet metal stamping and compression molding, and application of Design for Manufacturability and Assembly.

Responsibilities

Preparing design concepts of mechanical components and assemblies that meet product performance and expectations, reliability and robustness requirements, manufacturing processes and safety guidelines
Work with a team of product development engineers to take design concept through the detailed design process for mechanical components which includes injection-molded plastic, die casting, sheet metal stamping, rubber and elastomers, rigid and flexible printed circuit boards.
Apply sound engineering knowledge in the development of the products to meet stringent specifications such as Military Standards
Interpreting and generating 2D drawings per mechanical drafting standards. Understanding of tolerances and effect on design (6sigma design methodology)
Setting up and maintaining bills of materials and releasing mechanical prints. Supporting prototype/pilot builds
Performing mechanical verification tests per products specifications and writing test reports
The applicant must be a flexible, results-oriented problem-solver who requires minimal supervision. Projects may vary greatly from one to the next, so the applicant must thrive on variety and enjoy taking on new challenges